I had my eye on this exfoliating toner by Pixi for a while. Like with all products that I want to try, I researched it, watched YouTube video reviews, read blogs etc and thought I probably needed to wait until my current toner runs out (Clinique Step 2) as that’s an exfoliating one also.
Wanting to know if anyone I knew had tried it, I texted a fellow beauty-addict and she said not to buy it as she had some and although it wasn’t bad, it was nothing special in her opinion so I could have hers.
For those who don’t know much about this toner, it contains Glycolic Acid to exfoliate and purify the skin, Ginseng to improve circulation and energise and Aloe Vera to hydrate and soothe the skin.
The claims are that it refines the appearance of pores, accelerates skin renewal by gentle exfoliation to give a brighter, more glowing complexion and balances and soothes the skin. It is Alcohol free so it isn’t drying on the skin, and unless I’ve missed something on the ingredients, I believe this is also paraben free.
I really wanted to try this toner but I am still using my Clinique one…..so I added it into my daily routine by swapping it in my night-time routine by only using my Clinique one in the morning and this at night.
Being an acid I expected this to sting slightly but it didn’t. I don’t have sensitive skin but have found some exfoliating products to have an initial sensation to them. I first cleansed my skin with my usual Estee Lauder Perfectly Clean cleanser, then applied the Glow Tonic on a cotton wool pad, sweeping it over my face avoiding my eye area. After using it my skin felt really smooth and fresh which I love in a skin care product and it didn’t feel at all like it had dried my skin out. I then followed this with the rest of my skin care, which I will be posting a blog about my new routine soon.
Having used this for a few weeks now, only at night time (and not on the same nights as using my Liquid Gold or any other exfoliator)….I have noticed an improvement in my skin. I usually have large open pores on my nose that I can feel if I run my finger across my nose and cheeks….after adding this into my routine I have noticed a massive improvement and the whole area feels much smoother and clearer. I have made other slight changes in my skincare routine so it’s possibly not all down to this toner but my assumption based on how my skin feels on application I think this deserves some credit!
My skin type as mentioned before is oily/combination so I can recommend this product for that skin type.
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Thank you for the review. I have been eyeing this toner for a while now and it looks like it goes on my shopping list when I need an acid toner.
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Thanks for reading 🙂 It’s certainly worth trying…I like the fact it can be bought in a travel size too so you don’t waste money if it doesn’t suit you x
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Amazing review. I think I will give this toner a go. 🙂
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Thanks! It’s really nice…I also follow it with a second toner thats a moisturising one but in honesty, I think my skin would be fine even without the moisturising toner added in as it feels like a really gentle product 🙂 xx
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Yeah, a lot of people rave about it, I’m sure it is amazing. 🙂
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I’d love to know what you think if you do try it 🙂 x
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I’ve used this Tonic and I completely agree with this review. It made a positive and noticeable difference to my skin.
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Thanks for reading. Glad it worked for you too. Sometimes I find highly-hyped products are just that…hyped…but I really like this 🙂 x
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After this review its sounding more and more appealing. I haven’t found a toner that I love and have stuck with just yet but I wouldn’t mind adding this one to the list to try out!
xo, JJ
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Do it!! I’d have bought the small size first just to try it if my friend hadn’t have given me hers but I’ll be buying the big bottle next time! Xx
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I love this product too! I recently did a review. It’s so lovely and literally makes your skin feel glowy 🙂 x
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It does! Just about to read yours 😘
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Wow this product sounds amazing especially since it’s alcohol free and I do suffer from large pores so will definitely check this out! 💕💕
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It’s great that it’s alcohol free and the aloe helps too. I’ve noticed a difference in my pores (obviously I can’t get rid of them!) but they feel so much better! Let me know if you try it, what you think xx
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Love your post. I’ve recently nominated you for an award!
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Ahh thank you! I’ll check it out 💕
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This is a great toner! I was surprised at how much I like it!
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Me too! I wasn’t expecting much!! Thanks for reading x
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I have this and I love it!!
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Thanks for reading….I’ve not really seen many bad reviews for this product! x
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Me either! I just did a post mentioning it in my current skin care favorites. Next time, I want to try the pre-soaked pads. 🙂 x
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Just read your post too 👍🏻💕
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Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! 😊💗💕
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I also tried Pixi recently, and my God it gave me breakouts 😦 especially on my dry areas like my cheeks – I am so glad you found this work on your skin. I might give it another go one more time before I actually say good bye to this. Ah, if you won’t mind please check my blog I just did a review on the Zoeva Cocoa Blend palette, I think you’ll love them xxx
Stella ~ http://www.nyonyawhitfield.wordpress.com
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Thanks for reading…shame it didn’t work out for you
Of course, will check your blog xx
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Great review, I think I’ll have to give this a try 🙂 xx
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Yes do! It’s great…Im considering trying the 20% glycolic pads they do as an exfoliating treat too. Thanks for reading xx
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Great review! I tried it and while it wasn’t mind blowing, I did actually feel a difference in my skin. I really love that it doesn’t smell like most toners too! 🙂
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You’re right in the not being mind blowing…I feel the difference in my skin was more than enough to carry on using it. I’ve ditched my Clinique toner which is full of alcohol!! 😂 x
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Really want to purchase this now. This was a really well-rounded review.
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Thank you for your feedback. I’d love to know what you think if you do try it. I like the fact you can get a travel size bottle too rather than splashing out on a full bottle if you’re not sure about it 🙂
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I use this on a daily basis, twice a day actually and I absolutely love it. It’s helped my skin become much clearer. Loved the review.
-S x
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Thank you for reading! Since I wrote this, I now use it twice a day (just not when using my Liquid Gold or my Nip & Fab pads which are only every now and again)…but my general acid toner is now this twice a day and I’m loving it. 🙂 x
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Yes!!! I have oily combination skin too. But with the wrong products my skin can be flat out oily. I’ve been wanting to try their products. I’ll have to give this one a try. Thanks for the advice!!!
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Thanks for reading! Let me know if you try it and if it works for you! I’ve used wrong products for years! It’s only now I’m starting to understand what my skin actually needs! X
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